Glad you're back guys. Love your in-depth videos. No frills, no BS. Just good honest sound advice and repairs, and if you're booked out, then it shows that a good garage, will have to turn work away. Nice.

you guys do a great job. I know you are really busy so it is even more special that you make time to do these videos. Thank you!!!!!

It’s great to see you all back again after your brief absence. That was a beautiful black S4 that you worked on. Flawless videos and thank you for sharing. You and your friend are masters in your own field !!! 👍👍👍🇬🇧

Your channel is the best resource for Audi V engines bar none - my dad and I watch every video you post. PS I got my tensioners done in the 3.0T due to your vids which also helped my good friend's shop take care of any knowledge gaps.

I m happy to see this man He works with sincerity and gives us their expertise with advice Thank so much Thailand 😊

Just a new subscriber, im lucky that i found your channel. Im new to Audi world and im enjoying all informative videos specially that i got similar 3.0 engines on my 2021 Q7 and 2022 S5. As of now both vehicle engines still behaves no ratling noises. Hope i could preserve the engines and don't want to experience those problems. Wish you luck and keep up the good work. -Kit from USA

Thank you for clearing up about 0w20, recently switched to 5w-30 glad it was the right move! ❤

@Jokero_YT

Жыл бұрын

My 2018 S4 has 6k miles on it and did an oil change with 0w20 not long ago, I immediately noticed the engine being louder and started researching this oil... I regret fully using 0w20 emission oil, I am shopping right now for 5w40 Motul Sport, seems to be the best choice and with zero oil consumption between changes.

Been following you guys ever since the RS5 video. As a B9 S4 owner I've also looked into the into the issue. There are over 100 b9 s4s in NZ (114 registered), and I've seen only one report about the rocker arm failure. I don't think it's scare mongering what you're doing, this is very informative and every owner should be aware of it. That said, there's small reason to be worried about the rocker arm as it's affecting only a small percentage. Awesome work as always guys and keep the B9 vids coming!

@chinchilla4500

Жыл бұрын

How do you see how many cars are in a certain state?

@harmstrongg

Жыл бұрын

If it was truly so few, I don't see why Audi would go through the trouble of making, validating, and switching to a new part.

@kevindeloria4537

Жыл бұрын

@@harmstrongg the same reason why we get a B9.5 facelift - not necessarily because there's something wrong with the previous gen, but because it's better.

@BaMB00Z420

11 ай бұрын

But there was something wrong with them. And this guy's stats are sus. How would he know any of this?😅

@jnegooyen

11 ай бұрын

⁠@@harmstronggbean counters at VAG are always looking to streamline production wherever they can. The updated rockers share the same part # with the Urus, RSQ8 and other high performance cars. It could simply be to scale.

Great work most mechanics won't do this level of work

Glad to see another video got posted! You guys are awesome. Love the content.

Was not expecting the Tyler1 sound effect as the engine went back in. Mad lads.

Good to see you guys back. Glad to hear that you've finally changed your smoke alarm battery too 😉🤣

@VAGTechnic

Жыл бұрын

it was murdured :P no more smoke alarm :D

@MattyEngland

Жыл бұрын

@@VAGTechnic 🤣🤣👍

Great video! Glad you're back!!

Great Vid!!! something to keep in mind for my 2018 S5 sportback B9 3.0

me with a 35K mile S4 *SWEATS* - Subbed. Great video and channel.

Really enjoyed watching this. 👍

You guys fixed my B8 S5 and i spent near 4k with you towards the end of last year, i traveled all the way from Scunthorpe and can deffo say these guys are the best! I sold the car for a FK8 type r and some times i wish i still had my s5 v6! u also did a tune with decat (with mallory performance) too and sounded great and pulled amazing! who ever owns that car now has a true gem! Best in the VAG game 🙏 i just left the car with them and just awaited the call, deffo recommend

@riccccccardo

Жыл бұрын

And how much have u spent repairing the civic up till now?

@kaydawg6790

Жыл бұрын

@@riccccccardo not a penny lad

@riccccccardo

Жыл бұрын

@@kaydawg6790 I thought so 😅👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@mehavfigetwehmineed

8 ай бұрын

Where are they based

@kaydawg6790

8 ай бұрын

@@mehavfigetwehmineed Dudley, Wolverhampton 👍

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, always a pleasure to watch and ear. At 28:00 Aston Martin DB11 spotted, the icing on the cake 😍

nice video again, good luck guys! opäť pekné video, veľa šťastia chalani pozdravujem z Prahy ❤✌

Nice work...and very sound! Heat kills parts so when the water cooled air charger fails...heat overcomes. My advice would be to delete water cooled air charger for upgraded air to air. They have worked fine for a long time. VAG probably did that because of spacial issues but, a well engineered unit should exceed the stock water cooled unit.

I got a 2018 S5 coupe in Black also on May. Absolutely love it. Found best example I could, Audi dealer from new ( 1 owner) and 10k miles. At £35k I prob paid top price but was right spec, condition, colour, mileage etc, so for me was well worth it.

@Lockiel

Жыл бұрын

Hello same here. Paid 43k usd for 2018 S5 prestige coupe Any problems yet?

I got a stock 2018 SQ5 with only 35k km now I'm scared. Will do at least the oil change asap. Great video as always!

@tobiquattro7443

Жыл бұрын

I have a stock 2018 S4 Avant with 50.000 km and I change the 0W20 oil every 15.000 km. It’s a good engine. Don’t be scared.😎👍

God knows where you guys are from, but you are brilliant without peer

Missed the videos more please 💯

keep the good videos coming

I’m soooo happy to see you guys drain the oil from the drain plug and not from the top. Any more supercharged hoodies in stock?

Great video, very informative, Thank you.

V6 turbo sounds awesome

Good filming guys

Nice job guys.

Yes brother, VAG cars are the ones I love to work on and own. There are some that can't afford to own one of those cars, and make the mistake of buying one and almost always give up. Great video as always.

@riccccccardo

Жыл бұрын

Not a fair comment most car are depreciating objects no one wants to spend thousands fixing a secondhand Audi when they’ve got life bills to pay. 👍🏾 example why is it that port injection standard for most Lexus Toyota cars but in 21st century Audi vw engines still dealing with engine carbon power robbing build up in 21st century?

Thank you for this content 👍👍👍

Wow you guys make that job look easy. I wish I can find shop like you guys near me in usa for my my car needs work. We all know ea888s need tlc at times xD

Love the video. My Oil filter housing is leaking. Ordered a gasket and awaiting delivery. Was hoping you would take the one off this :)

After watching the rs5 video. I changed out the oil on my B9 S4 to 5w30. I have subscribed now and look forward to more videos .

@empireanglers8604

Жыл бұрын

which brand did you change to? And how has it been working out for you?

@graemejamieson6923

Жыл бұрын

@@empireanglers8604 I’m using castrol edge. 5w30 as cost rip is recommended by Audi. It’s on the oil cap. Never had any issues with it any of my other cars.

@yacubahmed4165

Жыл бұрын

Is millers any good ?

@graemejamieson6923

Жыл бұрын

@@yacubahmed4165 yep millers oil is decent. I ran it I’m my Subaru.

@brandonfinleyx

Жыл бұрын

Are you in the US? Ive got a 2018 S4 with 74k miles... curious if I should switch to 5w30.. I thought about it but heard its not good for the new engines nowadays because cars arent designed for thicker oil.

Great content as always. Where did you guys get timing tools

Thank the maker i found these amazing videos before buying a 2017 s4! Also, too bad i've fallen in love with them before discovering this is a 'potential' issue. Has definitely factored into what I'm prepared to pay for a used version (plan for the worst and hope for the best!).

@bgbq8591

6 ай бұрын

Look into 2020 onwards models, they fixed this issue

@tv321123

Ай бұрын

@@bgbq8591 In the rest of the world besides Europe. The EU & UK B9.5 is a TDI diesel.

I do like yr honesty re yr comment they trying to squeeze loads of power out of small engines as Toyota tend to have large engines with smaller power which is great for the life of the engines.

Hi guys this is pure talent and skill keep up the good work ,if I may ask how can I get those fender covers which you are using on this video. Thanks in advance.

Good to see you back, bit scary problems at such low mileage?

@VAGTechnic

Жыл бұрын

This was prevention . 🤗

Brill love watching

Glad to see you guys are back. Do the 2019 (Dec build) S5 have the same issue? Got 30k miles currently so I want to make sure it won’t blow up on me.

@julianhutz8351

7 ай бұрын

I’m in the same boat, 2 more years to pay-off, and intend to keep the wagon. Such a rarity in France only 5 I think petrol

Great video again! My b6 4.2 s4 has full milltek exhaust and does this random code from b1 or b2 saying that "Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold". Car works fine and i can erase the code away for 1 to 4 weeks before it randomly pops up again. Any cure for that? Im 99% sure that those cats are fine because just did yearly inspection where those exhaust gases are being measured and everything went just fine.

Why do customers all ask you not to drive the cars hard, you just had the whole engine on the table, if you blow it up then it'd be you guys fixing it? Awesome video as always men!

@VAGTechnic

Жыл бұрын

I don’t know tbh ……. But we have loads of costumers here as well who ask us to drive it hard 😂

@TeamAtterz

Жыл бұрын

@@VAGTechnic Haha well I'd want you to, to make sure it is tested! You do work on the 3.0TDI engines as well don't you?

I think I Will stock to other brands after looking at your videos. Porsche seems the way to go, Even if it is a vag product 😂

@joshsheinis5968

10 ай бұрын

literally the same motor 🤣

Great content. Do you not do anything with s3 .

my 18 s4 just had my rocker arms break on me. 45k miles. wrote up as long block so hopefully they do it right. been almost 2 months out of service.

@VAGTechnic

Жыл бұрын

Welcome in the club 😞

What would you recommend as preventative? Do I have to wait until this sound happens or can I get pre-emptive work done to avoid any issues? Is it just what you did in this video or are there other known issues? For example on my BMW e64 it has a known problem with the rod bearings and the vanos lines. (around 50-60K) so the day I got the car I replaced both with improved quality and design (larger gap) so that I wouldn't ever have to worry about those issues.... What's the equivalent for this car? (2018 B9 S4) 72Kmi Also if you wouldn't mind disclosing, what is the ballpark in USD for the parts/labor??

to prevent all engine failures put 5w30 engine oil in it then it is pretty much bullet proof as you said

Nice, informative video. What oil would you suggest for 3.0TFSI@S5 2018. Audi suggest SAE 508 and it only comes with 0W20. Which spec oil would be better?

Do you have a guide on how to replace the friction discs (Diamond discs) on the camshaft adjusters? The Audi Service manual seems to lack the steps and torque specs for the bolts

See my e888 2.0 tsi 2019 left the factory with 5w30 first service at 11k was 5w30 but vag switched mine to 0w20 it’s like water! I think it’s bull, but I have service plan and so the dealer has done 2 service with 0w20!

How do you set the diagnose rocker arms?

Reliability: Love Audi's, love the sound they make, even more love how they look. Heart says audi but my conscious brain says bmw's b58 s58...

@robertslegers257

Жыл бұрын

" Reliability" after 55,000 miles ?

I drive this road as well 😁

I have a B8 2012 3.0tfsi Supercharged S4 Avant with 101,000 miles, and want to know what oil I should use, and how often it should be changed. I do get it serviced at an Audi main dealer.

Great work as always, I would still like to know the cost for a job like this, rocker arm preventive job. Thanks!

@VAGTechnic

Жыл бұрын

vagtechnic.uk/products/audi-s4-s5-rs4-rs5-sq5-cwg-engine-rocker-arm-replacement-service

Incredible knowledge

I see you used bg109. Best engine flush out there

@paddy696

Жыл бұрын

Why use engine flush? Engine oil suspected contamination?

@benp7061

Жыл бұрын

You think better than LiquiMoly Engine Flush?

I recently bought a 2018 B9 SQ5 and have what seems to be a tapping lifter - 66k miles. Any recommendations? Nothing I’m doing with fluids seems to change the tap tap tapping sound from the left side of the engine.

So what sound am I looking when seeing if I have this issue? Do I take the oil cap off and listen for tinks? 2018 S5

Is it always an engine out job for walnut blast and rocker arm replacement on the b9 s4 tfsi?

Hello guys ,i really apreciate your work , i have an issue with my audi a6 c6 2018 3.0 tfsi DLZA , and no mecanic figure it out until now , i have a clacking noise from the engine on the left bank ,and is more noisy on low gear 1 and 2 , i already changed the variator from exhaust bank on the left and cheked everything at Audi dealership ,the care have 150 000km ,can you give me a hint please i am realy an impass wright now and dont know what to check . Thank you in andvance

nice

amazing video and amazing work! I'm in the process of buying a S5 sportback and this video has me concerned. is this a common issue and is it on all B9 manufacturing years?

@benp7061

Жыл бұрын

He mentions - remedied by Audi from builds July 2019 onwards.

@Lucas-ie2ti

Жыл бұрын

@@benp7061 ahh... Well I'm super glad they revised this and fixed the issue. I love the sportback S5/RS5 it would have been to unfortunate to pass up ownership because of such a major issue. Thank you for cleaning this up for me.

@benp7061

Жыл бұрын

@@Lucas-ie2ti If you're weighing up RS5 vs S5, interesting that Tom mentions the S5 might be the better proposition. (towards end of vid) Simpler, and safer? to remap for gains, than the more complex RS engine...

What brand oil do yall recommend if someone was to switch to 5w30 or 40? Also, you guys are awesome! Wish yall were in the USA....maybe expand??? LOL.

@vinylvintage88

4 ай бұрын

Redline 5w-40

Hi guys what does it cost to in labour to do the upgraded rocker arms ive a b9 s5 and what is the part number for those upgraded rockers I may have to get them a few at a time and save some cash up to get job done.

Thank you for the very good content! Do you know an official TPI (Technische Produkt Information) Number from Audi for this problem?

Do these rattle there balls off till oil pressure hits the chain tensioners, always my fav part crossing ur fingers and hoping it don’t jump lol. If I can I try to crank with no fuel to get some oil pressure, but I can’t always do that just wondering how u do it on these.

This car is a no brainer. It is so cheap and easy to get warranty for it, so no fear of engine exploding. 700pounds per year up to 6 years of age and 100k miles. And that includes bushes and CV joints. I'm seriously thinking to upgrade from my 2.0tdi a5 to s5

@torty1993

Жыл бұрын

Is that a warranty from Audi or 3rd party?

@94mikyyy

Жыл бұрын

@@torty1993 audi uk

Great Video! I have a 2022 S5 Sportback in America w/ 12,600 miles 18 months old. No issues yet. Are my Rocker Arms up to Date with the New Design? I anticipate the Carbon cleaning around 60K Miles, but should I change the Water Pump at that time? And thanks for the heads up on the Oil Issue, I plan on changing to 5W-30 Oil next oil change. Also, Should I change the oil every 6K miles instead of 10K miles. I have had one service & oil change at 8K already.

@caveman1042

5 ай бұрын

Yes you’d definitely have the new rocker arm design

Hi guys, I got an A4 B7 3.2fsi Quattro and for 2 years now I am driving with a RED warning on high RPM saying "Low Oil Pressure", someone told me this should be the oil sensor, could that be the real problem? - the car drives as new, just increased consumption. The "error" goes away when going back on "cruise" mode and nothing changes even if I drive it at 6000rpm for a longer run.

What’s the issue with the vacuum on oil filler cap ? Great work as usual 👍

@MEGASilleh

Жыл бұрын

Vacuum is due to the PCV system which counteracts blowby. It'd be bad news if there wasnt any, as you could blow seals in the engine.

@stephenrichardson6105

Жыл бұрын

Right, thanks for that 👍 I thought something was faulty

why the engine does not work well when you open de oil cap? I don't understand because oil compartment is independent of the compression chambers. I don't unerstand it, in my S5 also happens

5w30 or 5w40 also what brand ? And millers any good ?

I’ve seen you mentioned engines from July 2019 have the revised rocker arms but I can’t seem to find any car be it s4,s5, sq5 that are 69 reg onwards that aren’t the facelift diesel engine. Am I missing something here? I want to keep the 3.0 petrol

I have a 2019 S5. Would you recommend 0W-20 or 5W-20?

I have a 3.0T in the 2018 SQ5 noticed when I come off the accelerator after giving it a bit of power it holds on accelerating for about a half of a second once I take my foot of accelerator any idea what this can be

Great job guys. Wish I could get you guys to swap my rocker arms out. Do you happen to have the part number for the rocker arms? And how many total need to be ordered? Thanks!

@theadamdude445

Жыл бұрын

0P2109417 and you need 24 of them

dunno about the wagon version but in sedans some do come with a sports diff

I’ve read in forums that it seems like the rocker arm issue was fixed in models after 2019. I have a 2020 b9 so I was hoping I was safe from this. Have you worked on any 2020+ s4 or have any thoughts? Love the videos btw.

@VAGTechnic

Жыл бұрын

Thanks , no , all of them under 2019

@user-zf6sh9gg3k

Жыл бұрын

@@VAGTechnic inclouding 2019? My panamera 2.9T leave factory is 2018.10.16

Hello, what kind of oil do you use in this engine ? Thank you !

Aren’t a-lot of Audi’s vehicles made in Slovakia 🇸🇰 ? I’m guessing if they are they have some great Audi mechanics there.

How much does this job cost. I'm in 🇬🇧 & have a 2018 S4 stage 2 on 30k miles.

What problems you see on RS3 that’s common to break

You can change the rocker arms without removing the engine. Audi center does it without dismantling. In case anyone doesn't know. Is a work of max. 1-2 days.

@plamenivanov4331

Жыл бұрын

How much Audi center charge for this job 🤔

@6xXMiLoOXx2

Жыл бұрын

@@plamenivanov4331 nothing warranty

@plamenivanov4331

Жыл бұрын

@@6xXMiLoOXx2 how did you explain the issue to them mate I am under warranty and looking for some advice

@6xXMiLoOXx2

Жыл бұрын

@@plamenivanov4331 After it broke, I had it repaired. But changing the rocker arms is not difficult.

@Jack-qn4vt

10 ай бұрын

And how would you do the carbon clean with engine in place?

Can you give a ball park figure for preventative replacement of rocker arms with carbon clean under the assumption that nothing else gets discovered that needs doing please ?

@VAGTechnic

Жыл бұрын

3900£ is for this kind of job

Have you guys heard of earlier dates than the 7/19 you talked about having fixed rocker arms? I've heard of some on early 19 or even late late 18 Also would you guys suggest 0w30? You suggested 5w30 and 5w40. I heard cold start needs lots of lubrication for these motors. Is the 5w increase important here?

@VAGTechnic

Жыл бұрын

5w40 , they can’t have them when they start Manufacture 2019 July

VAG gurus. What was the flashing light on the s4 dash when test driving?

@daveross4091

Жыл бұрын

that was sign recognition

I heard this problem was addressed and fixed for 2019 models and up

@VAGTechnic

Жыл бұрын

Correct July 19 onwards

@yacubahmed4165

Жыл бұрын

Didn’t the diesel come out by then

I just got an '21 SQ5 (B9.5). Is there a problem with the rocker bearings? Was it fixed at some point at the factory? (I'll start googling, but if you knew, that'd be cool).

@VAGTechnic

Жыл бұрын

You have upgraded ones already

Would you say the rocker arms are serviceable without dropping the engine from the car? Had you done that mainly to do the carbon cleaning?

@LukeEdward

Жыл бұрын

PLEASE shoot us an answer on this. I can do mechanical work. I do NOT have a lift, though.

@liammuir8466

Жыл бұрын

@@LukeEdward To lift the top of the cylinder heads off it looks like they had to remove the casing over the cam adjusters which sit back near the heat shield in the engine bay. I doubt that's something you can access to while it's in the car but there's a comment below saying Audi can do it... If you have this car and you're wanting to do this work, then you might as well do the carbon clean (valves) etc anyway which is definitely not possible with an engine in.

How much would this cost?

I read on the forums that this is fixed in late 2018 and 2019 models, is that true ? Im currently in between getting a 19' ( i like the look more) or a new 22' ( has a warranty).

@VAGTechnic

Жыл бұрын

July 2019

What are these wheels?

And those guys know what they're doing especially the the guy that's doing the narrator and driving the, man I sure like to know what do you think about 2014-15 and 13 S5 with 100,000 miles should you buy it or not

You never mentioned the approximate cost for parts and labor to upgrade the rocker arms and carbon cleaning?

@VAGTechnic

Жыл бұрын

No point , every job is different.

Love your videos ! Pure experience honest explanations! Love them ! The quality of audis is degrading over the years! Basically after 2.2T and after 1.8T they made only bulshit! Not forget to mention audi is "branding" a quite cheap oil for the genuine oil, so avvoyd "genuine oil" !

I'm thinking of buying a B9 but this makes me nervous. What do you think the failure rate is and is Porsche having the same problem with this engine?

@VAGTechnic

Жыл бұрын

Under July 2019 it might yes

I been telling people for years to run 5w30